Taken aback
Go backward a step
Tess's heart skipped a beat as Decker's warm breath caressed her skin, sending shivers down her spine. She was taken aback by the sudden closeness, her mind racing with conflicting emotions. Part of her wanted to recoil in shock, while another part - a very strong and stubborn part - seemed to lean in, eager to see where this unexpected moment would lead. The air between them vibrated with tension as Decker's eyes never left hers, his gaze burning with a intensity that made Tess's skin prickle with awareness.
Tess tries hard
Tess gives up